South Marlborough is in a restricted fire season, meaning permits are required, and Canterbury has cancelled fire permits for the weekend. Heat alerts have been issued for Whakatane, Napier, Hastings, Motueka, Blenheim and Kaikoura; Summer has been found to carry the most risk for new workers getting into construction; The enormous legacy of Sir Tim Shadbolt includes those praising his role in turning Invercargill's fortune around and his comic genius. Shadbolt died yesterday at the age of 78 in Invercargill; Just how hot is it going to get this weekend across New Zealand? A Hamilton Mum and her 8 year old daughter have found unexpected social media fame while taking a special road trip this summer.
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